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One of the best cures for any remaining daylight-saving sluggishness (besides lots and lots of coffee) is an updated playlist filled with the latest earworm-y tunes. Luckily, we've got plenty to choose from in terms of new music—including Taylor Swift's favorite song, an unrecognizable jam from Mumford and Sons, and a Nicki Minaj remix—all certain to delight your earbuds. Enjoy! "Love Me Like You Mean It," Kelsea Ballerini We all know what happened the last time Taylor Swift tweeted our her support for an artist (hello, Louisa Wendorff)—and it looks like history is about to repeat itself with country singer Kelsea Ballerini, who Swift has been jamming to "on repeat." "Sugar Remix," featuring Nicki Minaj Not much has changed in the remixed version of Maroon 5's super-sweet single, except for some extra ear candy from Nicki Minaj at the top. I don't hate it. "Believe," Mumford and Sons It sounds like Mumford and Sons have spent the past five or so years since their last album burning every banjo and kick-drum in a 20 mile radius, and diligently studying Coldplay's greatest hits. In other words, "Believe" is a totally new sound for the band. "Mirror Man," Ella Henderson The second read more

The Marc Jacobs show is the unofficial end to New York Fashion Week, and, guys, it's here! From the string music that served as soundtrack to the grand scene portrayed on a backdrop, it all smacked of drama and a lady of the manor with some serious secrets (and that was even before I got a chance to check out the clothes!). A photo posted by Marc Jacobs Intl (@marcjacobsintl) on Feb 19, 2015 at 2:45pm PST The setting was pretty rad, bathed in sinister-looking red light as guests arrived. A photo posted by @demetriozolo on Feb 19, 2015 at 2:50pm PST Also there? MJ-branded waiters with vodka. A photo posted by Violet Oliphant O'Neill (@violet_ohoh) on Feb 19, 2015 at 3:01pm PST The painted set deserves a close-up because, seriously, this is impressive. A photo posted by Malina Joseph Gilchrist (@malinajoseph) on Feb 19, 2015 at 3:15pm PST I didn't spy a single model walk down the runway without gloves, with some rising all the way to the elbow and others simply skimming the wrist bone (most were black, but a few were done in snowy wine). Amal Clooney effect, perhaps? A photo posted by Stella Bugbee (@stellabugbee) on read more

When awards season rolls around to the Grammys, you know you're in for some style treats. The best-dressed list is always fantastic, but it's different from other red carpets—more relaxed than the Oscars and a little crazier than everything else (I mean, even Giuliana Rancic picked pants!). The always-cool Gwen Stefani didn't disappoint in this Atelier Versace jumpsuit, particularly rad due to the gathering on the hips and the sculpted, jeweled twist of the neckline. She called it "artwork" and told E!'s Ryan Seacrest that she got to see a lot of it being made. Gah, Miranda Lambert! My girl crush gets bigger all the time, and this just racheted it up another notch. This sexy black column dress would've been fantastic on its own, but the hot pink straps give it just a punch of personality that feels so Miranda. Her jewelry is Jennifer Fisher and her clutch is Kotur. Katy Perry's done every type of look under the sun, but the sparkly spangles of this Zuhair Murad make it feel like one of her most glam ever ("I just want to shine bright like a diamond," she told Seacrest). The midcalf hemline is key for making it feel read more

No butts in the air seen here. In fact, most of the footage from Nicki Minaj's new Pinkprint mini movie ignores her most celebrated asset and shows her only from the neck up—and that's not even the most drastic departure. The three-part, 16-minute video (featuring songs "The Crying Game," "I Lied," and "Grand Piano") represents a whole new type of sexy for Minaj: Gone are the pulsing, catchy beats and butt-baring dance moves, and replacing them is a sultry, emotional, soulful Minaj. See the official transformation below, and then let's discuss! I got some serious Beyonce vibes from "Grand Piano," and throughout the entire video, I felt Nicki's breakup pain. What did you think of her new subdued sexiness in the Pinkprint movie? read more

Roberto Cavalli has announced Nicki Minaj as the face of its spring 2015 ad campaigns, and I'm thrilled—this makes so much sense! She's fiercely proud of her femininity, powerful, and can't help but be sexy. Basically, Cavalli personified. "I chose Nicki Minaj because she embodies the exuberant and modern femininity of the Cavalli woman," Roberto Cavalli told WWD. "I wanted a sensual woman who is aware of her body, who is not afraid to show her curves—rather, she turns them into her strength." Expect to start seeing sexy Miss Minaj in the ads this January. Does the choice make sense to you too? Love the pics? read more

Need a pick-me-up to get you in the weekend mood? These new videos from Jessie J, Nicki Minaj, and Beyonce should do the trick. Check 'em out: Nicki Minaj Featuring Drake, Lil Wayne, and He Who Shall Not Be Named, "Only" I broke my personal rule of never listening to anything involving Chris Brown sings because I love Nicki, and I have to admit I'm addicted to "Only." Luckily in the new video, out today, you can fast-forward through the Chris parts. That way you can get straight to Drake and Lil Wayne's weird raps about how they haven't had sex with Nicki but want to—and keep an eye out for the awkward moment where a guy has a Beats by Dre pill hanging around his neck. Strangest product placement I've seen in a bit. All this to say: It's worth watching. Jessie J, "Masterpiece" Give "Bang Bang" a break on your playlist and try out Jessie J's new track, "Masterpiece." I have a feeling this'll be the next go-get-'em power anthem. Beyonce, "Yours and Mine" OK, so this technically isn't a music video—it's a short film for the platinum edition of her self-titled album. But you can spend 11 read more

We've already looked back on the top pop-culture moments this year, but who were the most talked-about celebs? Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr just released their end-of-year metrics, and you may find some of the names on the most popular lists surprising. Remember how enthralled we were with Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's wedding? Well, Kim was only the 10th most-mentioned entertainer on Facebook (and Kanye didn't even crack the top 10—no one tell him). That said, the Kardashian-Jenner-Disicks essentially dominated Tumblr. Here, see which celebs, movies, and TV shows got all of our likes, comments, and @ mentions in 2014. Most Talked-About Entertainers on Facebook in the U.S. 1. Beyoncé 2. Pharrell Williams 3. Nicki Minaj 4. Taylor Swift 5. Jimmy Fallon 6. Iggy Azalea 7. Katy Perry 8. Pitbull 9. John Legend 10. Kim Kardashian Most Talked-About TV Shows on Facebook in the U.S. 1. Game of Thrones 2. Orange Is the New Black 3. The Walking Dead 4. The Big Bang Theory 5. Downton Abbey 6. American Horror Story 7. Sons of Anarchy 8. True Detective 9. How I Met Your Mother 10. Scandal Most Talked-About Movies on Facebook in the U.S. 1. Frozen 2. Guardians of the read more

Fresh off of their collab on their remix of "Flawless," Nicki Minaj and Beyonce are back working together again. This time it's for Nicki's upcoming album The Pinkprint on a song called "Feeling Myself," which is exactly what two women of their talent and confidence levels should call a song. Listen in: What do you think? read more

Dressing yourself can be tricky enough, but imagine trying to plan an outfit for a fictional character—it's nothing short of amazing. Fashion's became more and more important in entertainment as a crucial part of the whole story line because let's be real: Would Olivia Pope really be the same boss lady if not for her tailored outerwear and Prada tote? Would Dr. Mindy Lahiri feel as much like your best friend if she were wearing all-black every day? I think not. Most Fashionable TV Character In case you ever need a reminder that being in power looks good, just turn on the TV. The year's best had a lot of powerful women wearing amazing clothes (giving us so many ideas for what to wear to work in the morning). House of Cards' Claire Underwood is conniving but impeccably outfitted, and Olivia Pope's got a signature style that hit the real streets this year, with tons of pieces worn on the show available through The Limited's Scandal collection. Reign provides all the gorgeous period costumes you could want, and Mindy Kaling's real-life love of fashion always shines through in the bright, playful pieces picked for her doctor alter ego. The newbie read more

Music's biggest names, plus plenty of actors and reality stars, hit the red carpet for tonight's American Music Awards. The AMAs are typically more casual than the Oscars or Emmys, but I'm happy to report that this year there were all kinds of glamorous floor-length gowns mixed in with the sexy cocktail dresses. In case you need a reminder that white can make for a very steamy style moment, look no further than Kate Beckinsale in this low-cut Kaufmanfranco gown. She got her major bling statement courtesy of a Bulgari necklace ("I love a bit of snake" she told Giuliana Rancic on the carpet). She's wearing Brian Atwood shoes and carrying a Lee Savage clutch. So, it wasn't the Oscars, but Olivia Munn's metallic gold dress looked positively statuette'esque. For extras, she picked ankle-strap heels and a gunmetal belt worn at the natural waist. Julianne Hough picked an electric red dress from a designer she's copped to loving: Zuhair Murad. This one featured a tall leg slit and triangular cutouts at the neckline. She carried a clutch by Lee Savage and wore Tamara Mellon sandals and Meira T rings. It was black, white, and gray for Kendall Jenner, whose skinny-strapped read more

Diagnosis: a case of the Mondays. Prescription: Beyonce news, stat! Thankfully, Queen Bey continues to deliver—even after the mind-blowing news this weekend of a possible sibling for Blue Ivy on the way (on the heels of royal baby No. 2, no less). As we continue to process (and hope for confirmation of) that revelation, we have not one but two Beyonce videos to help kick-start our week with some fierceness. Cue the finger snaps. First, Beyonce debuted the first public performance of her "Flawless" remix with Nicki Minaj in Paris this weekend. Since I was unable to make it to the City of Light in time, this shoddy fan footage will have to do. Next, we get to reminisce about the '03 Bonnie and Clyde days with this just-released short film of Beyonce and Jay Z as outlaws on the run (get it?). The video is the first of the three-part "Bang Bang," which they created with director Dikayl Rimmasch for their On the Run tour. Beyoncé and Jay Z: Bang Bang, Part One on Nowness.com Both of these videos serve as additional confirmation that the On the Run tour was *the* concert event of the summer. Thankfully, we will read more

Party people in the house, throw your butts in the air! That's how the saying goes, right? No? Hmm. I coulda sworn that, after this week in pop culture, going belly down, ass up for all the world to see, is totally a normal, casual thing. Exhibit A: Nicki Minaj's "Anaconda" video. I think we can all objectively agree, as we would when discussing art, that Minaj's posterior is of extraordinary proportions. Personally, though, I have no problem appreciating it when it appears three feet off the ground, upright, between her waist and her legs. On the flip side: What bothers me so much about this position? I'll admit I'm still working through the specifics. I certainly don't feel degraded by child's pose when I'm at yoga class, but in the context of clearly being all gussied up to look sexy anyway, this souped-up doggie-style crouch makes me cringe. Often analyses of stuff like this turn into multi-layered, meta, Or is this actually empowering? threads. I just can't find that here—all I can see is submission, distilled to its most basic physical form. I mean, can you picture Beyonce "Run the World" Knowles doing this? Exhibit B: Ah, crap, Beyonce read more

My one complaint about "Flawless," since Beyonce dropped the song back in December, has been that there isn't enough of it. But now it's no longer my responsibility to keep singing "I woke up like dis" over and over after the track ends—Beyonce released a "Flawless" remix over the weekend that, delightfully, features Nicki Minaj. Ever-current, Bey gives the Solange elevator incident a shout-out: Listen at the beginning for the line "sometimes s—t goes down when it's a billion dollars on an elevator." Hmmmm. Anyway, this will make your Monday more motivated. Have a listen. read more

Just yesterday, I mentioned that it's been a while since we've had a "Lady Marmalade" moment in music a.k.a. when powerhouse singers team up for a major pop anthem. And, just like magic, the debut single from Jessie J's upcoming album dropped, "Bang Bang." The track features Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, and I guarantee it's your new favorite song. Listen. The trio is expected to perform the song at the MTV Video Music Awards in August, and I have a feeling it'll blow up BIG after that. So catchy, right? read more

When Nicki Minaj launched her second fragrance, Minajesty, last October, we talked to her about her new-at-the-time less-is-more approach to beauty. Less than a year later, the rapper is launching another new scent. As she gets ready to launch Minajesty Exotic Edition live on HSN (catch her July 11 at 12:01 A.M. ET), we thought we'd check in with her on her beauty evolution, makeup tips, and, of course, what makes her new scent so special. Lipstick: First, you've done so many different beauty looks. Where do you find your inspiration? Nicki Minaj: I experiment a lot with my own hair and makeup when I'm on downtime. I'm inspired by anything and anyone I see. I follow magazines and designers on social media to keep my eye on things, and my stylists bring me what they think is hot in the market place. Lipstick: A few months ago you told us you felt sexier with pared-down hair and makeup. Do you think understated beauty is a direction you'll continue with? Nicki Minaj: Not sure if I'll continue with it. In fact, I'm sure I won't. I'll mix it up. It’s just how I feel at the moment. Lipstick: So, when read more

There were four moments of beauty brilliance at the BET Awards last night, and, as it is our duty here at Lipstick.com to keep you up-to-date on everything pretty, I really must show them all to you. Prepare for loveliness. You have to see... Iggy Azalea's side-braided faux-hawk: Regina Hall's overall glow: Gabrielle Union's voluminous hair: And Nicki Minaj's cat-eye and mermaid waves: Edgy, pretty, sweet, romantic—there was something for everyone. Even Beyonce made a fabulous appearance. OK, fine, it was prerecorded, but still, any time she's in the house even via TV screen, it's a fabulous night. Which of these looks are you oohing over today? read more

The gals over on Lipstick already got Nicki Minaj to spill about her newly toned-down look—a change I'm a fan of, by the way, though I will miss our Minaj wig mood ring. But if there's one thing I miss—cue me singing "Dear Old Nicki"—it's the rapper's pretty smile. She's seriously done with smiling, as we've had ample chances to discover over the past several days. Here she is at the MTV Movie Awards: And on Instagram earlier this week: And at Monday's premiere of The Other Woman: See, this is where I draw the line. Smugging in a group photo where everyone else is grinning? That's just awkward. Like, if this was a pic of you and your friends from the bar last night, you'd really be wondering what was up with one of your friend's faces. I get that brand and image are everything, but this doesn't compute in real-life settings. And by the way, yes, I am pointing this out while completely agreeing with Petra's rant on men telling women to smile. I'm not saying Minaj would be prettier if she smiled: I'm saying, girl to girl, I know when a lady's going for a look by read more

It's evidently new-tunes Tuesday, people! A slew of new music showed up on the Web today, and I'm going to go ahead and rank them from "I'm Scratching My Head, but It Could Grow on Me" to "Downloading Now, BRB." Future and Kanye West's "I Won" is catchy, but, yeah, the lyrics will make you blush/roll your eyes. Look, West just shows his love for Kim Kardashian by saying, um, that he wants to "dip that ass in gold." Until the Assie awards are a thing, probably not appropriate. Sometimes I worry that pure Mountain Dew runs through Flo Rida's veins, and that's how we get songs like this. But "Freaking Out" is undeniably perfect for spinning runs. Coldplay's "Magic" creeped me out a bit in the beginning—what is it about scratchy old-time-y music that makes me so sure a ghost is coming for me imminently? But then it evolves into something ambient and soothing, like a Virgin Atlantic pre-takeoff soundtrack selection. I'm fine with it. Calvin Harris' "Summer" is perfect for pretending it's not still, still, somehow still cold. Gosh, everything Harris touches turns to gold. He may get a call from Kanye about touching his wife's butt. Nicki read more

My New Year's resolution for 2014: Try to listen to music other than Beyonce. So far, it's not going well. But when every song on the album is this fun to dance to, how can I stop? Luckily some of pop's biggest heavyweights have released new music for the new year to put me back on track. Come listen (but I suggest with headphones—some of the songs below have some NSFW language): Lady Gaga and Christina Aguilera's version of "Do What U Want" from The Voice's finale was so good, it got its own release: In case you're sick of "Timber" and ready to move on (I'm not, for the record), Ke$ha released her "Dirty Love" official music video: Drake dropped the new song "Trophies," which was recorded for Nothing Was the Same but didn't make the final cut: And on the same day Drake released his new track, Nicki Minaj posted a remix of "Boss A-- B----": read more